CPUT Nursing Courses Open for 2026 Applications

If you're passionate about caring for others and want to make a difference in the healthcare sector, studying nursing at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) is a solid step forward. CPUT offers a Bachelor of Nursing degree as well as an extended curriculum option for 2026, giving aspiring nurses multiple pathways into this essential profession.

CPUT Nursing Courses Open for 2026 Applications

Why Choose Nursing at CPUT?

• Accredited Qualification: Recognized nationally and internationally
• Career Flexibility: Opportunities in public and private healthcare sectors
• Practical Training: Clinical placements in real-world environments
• Pathway to Specialization: After completing the degree, further study in areas like midwifery, critical care, or community health is possible

Available Nursing Courses at CPUT for 2026

1. Bachelor of Nursing

• APS Requirement: 30 or higher
• Minimum Subjects:
  • English (Home Language or First Additional Language): Level 4
  • Mathematics: Level 4
  • Life Sciences: Level 4
  • Physical Sciences: Level 4 (may be used as an alternative to Life Sciences)
• Duration: 4 years
• Additional Requirements: Selection interview after submitting your application
• Career Opportunities: Hospitals, clinics, hospices, private healthcare providers, and community health services

2. Bachelor of Nursing (Extended Curriculum Programme - ECP)

• APS Requirement: 27–29
• Minimum Subjects:
  • English: Level 4
  • Mathematics: Level 3
  • Life Sciences: Level 4
  • Physical Sciences: Level 4 (alternative to Life Sciences)
• Duration: 5 years
• Additional Requirements: Selection interview
• Who Should Apply: Students who narrowly miss the direct entry APS but show academic potential

CPUT 2026 Applications Important Dates

• Applications open: 12 May 2025
• Closing date for nursing courses: 30 June 2025
  (Early deadline applies to both the standard and extended Bachelor of Nursing programmes)

How to Apply at CPUT for 2026 Applications

1. Visit www.cput.ac.za/study/apply
2. Choose “Bachelor of Nursing” or “Bachelor of Nursing (ECP)”
3. Complete your online application and upload certified documents
4. Prepare for a possible selection interview
5. Track your application via the CPUT application portal

Conclusion

Nursing is more than just a career—it’s a calling. If you’re dedicated, compassionate, and ready to commit to a life of service, then the CPUT nursing programme is a perfect fit. Apply early to meet the June 30th deadline, as these programmes are highly competitive.